Job Title- Payroll Assistant Salary - £35,000- £40,000 Location - Nottinghamshire Payroll Processing & Administration Lead on the preparation and submission of payroll hours and variable pay data for c.500 employees Validate payroll inputs including overtime, absences, starters, leavers, and contractual changes Coordinate payroll timelines and submissions with the outsourced payroll provider Review payroll reports and outputs for accuracy prior to final sign-off Ensure payroll deadlines are met consistently Tax, Compliance & Controls Ensure correct application of PAYE, National Insurance, pension contributions, and statutory payments Support compliance with HMRC requirements and payroll legislation Assist with year-end processes including P60s, P11Ds (where applicable), and audits Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation Stakeholder Support Act as the first point of contact for payroll queries from employees and managers Liaise with HR, Finance, and the outsourced payroll provider to resolve discrepancies Support onboarding and offboarding processes from a payroll perspective Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, controls, and data accuracy Support system updates, testing, and process changes with the payroll provider Person Specification Essential Previous experience in a payroll role, ideally processing payroll for a large workforce (300 employees) Strong understanding of payroll hours processing and UK payroll tax basics Experience working with an outsourced payroll provider High level of accuracy and attention to detail Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines Confident communicator, able to liaise with internal teams and external partners Desirable Payroll qualification (e.g. CIPP) or working towards one Experience with payroll systems and HRIS platforms Knowledge of pensions auto-enrolment Experience supporting payroll audits or year-end processes Key Competencies Ownership and accountability Confidentiality and discretion Problem-solving mindset Ability to work under pressure during payroll cycles Collaborative and service-focused approach